Thailand Medical News

Scientists from Minnesota discover that some antibodies actually help the SARS-CoV-2 virus

Nikhil Prasad Sep 11, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers from the University of Minnesota Medical School, in collaboration with the Midwest Antiviral Drug Discovery (AViDD) Center, have identified a unique behavior of antibodies when combating SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. Contrary to the long-standing belief that antibodies only serve to neutralize the virus, this team found tha...

New insights from stem cell research reveals role of inflammation and macrophages in atrial fibrillation

Chitra Varughese Sep 10, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is one of the most common types of heart arrhythmias, affecting an estimated 1.5–2% of the population globally. As the world ages, these numbers are expected to rise, with an increased burden on healthcare systems. Current treatments like anti-arrhythmic drugs and ablation procedures provide some relief, but often require repeated interventions, leaving...

Can Acanthamoeba help Monkeypox (Mpox) virus spread?

Charles Tee Sep 10, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: Acanthamoeba, a common microorganism found in various environments, is known to host a range of other organisms, including viruses and bacteria. Recently, scientists have begun to explore whether it could play a role in the transmission of the monkeypox virus, especially given the virus's global spread and resurgence. This Medical News report will dive into the findings from a re...

New study reveals blocking key enzyme can inhibit Zika virus replication

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 10, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: Zika virus (ZIKV), a mosquito-borne virus linked to severe neurological disorders, has been a subject of intense research over recent years. A new study from the Institute of Virology at Philipps-University Marburg in Germany and Institute of Virology and Cell Biology at the University of Lübeck-Germany has uncovered a novel approach to inhibit Zika virus replication by targetin...

Insights into post-COVID microvascular and immunometabolic changes and their impact on physical activity

Nikhil Prasad Sep 10, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: In recent years, the medical community has seen a surge of patients suffering from Post-COVID Condition (PCC), a condition marked by long-lasting, multi-systemic symptoms following infection with SARS-CoV-2. A major concern for many individuals with PCC is post-exertional malaise (PEM), a debilitating symptom often triggered by physical activity and known for its extended recovery pe...

New therapeutic targets for treating primary open-angle Glaucoma identified

Nikhil Prasad Sep 10, 2024 4 months ago

Glaucoma News: A groundbreaking study led by researchers from China Medical University and Shandong First Medical University-China has identified several promising protein targets that could lead to novel treatments for primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), the most common form of glaucoma globally. By using a unique approach known as proteome-wide Mendelian randomization, the research team was able...

SARS-CoV-2 Nsp16 protein drives inflammation by promoting IL-6 production via prevention of HIF-1alpha degradation

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 10, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: A recent study sheds new light on how a specific protein of SARS-CoV-2, called nonstructural protein 16 (NSP16), plays a crucial role in the inflammatory response linked to severe cases of COVID-19. Conducted by researchers from Wuhan University-China, University of Helsinki-Finland, and Guangzhou Laboratory-China, the study provides valuable insights into how this viral protein prom...

Could Arthropods be the unexpected reservoirs of the 2022 and 2024 Mpox outbreaks?

Nikhil Prasad Sep 10, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: The 2022 Mpox (Monkeypox) outbreak involving the Clade 2b variants took the world by surprise, spreading across six World Health Organization (WHO) regions and resulting in over 86,000 confirmed cases and 111 deaths globally. With such a vast spread in non-endemic countries, scientists are racing to understand the various factors involved in the transmission of this zoonotic virus. ...

Apoptosis, DNA damage, and oxidative stress in elderly COVID-19 patients, key findings from a new study

Nikhil Prasad Sep 10, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from Damghan Islamic Azad University and Shahroud University of Medical Sciences in Iran has delved into the complex relationship between lymphocyte apoptosis, DNA damage, and oxidative stress in elderly COVID-19 patients. The study findings offer important insights into how these cellular processes contribute to the clinical outcomes o...

BREAKING! Mysterious respiratory illness outbreak in Gujarat, India kills 13 in last 3 days!

Nikhil Prasad Sep 10, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: A new and mysterious respiratory illness is sweeping across Gujarat, India, leaving the state on high alert. In just three days, 13 lives have been lost, with hundreds more potentially infected as healthcare workers scramble to understand the cause of the outbreak. The situation has escalated rapidly, raising alarms both within India and globally. Mysterious respiratory illness ...

Thailand medical researchers discover Nutgalls from Quercus infectoria speed up wound healing

Nikhil Prasad Sep 09, 2024 4 months ago

Thailand Medical: Researchers from Prince of Songkla University in Songkhla, Thailand, have made an exciting discovery that could significantly improve wound healing, especially for those suffering from chronic wounds like diabetic ulcers. The team focused their study on the traditional herbal remedy known as nutgalls, specifically from Quercus infectoria (a type of oak tree). This plant has been ...

Mpox gastrointestinal symptoms revealed in new study insights

Nikhil Prasad Sep 09, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: Mpox, a viral infection caused by the monkeypox virus, has gained significant attention over the years due to its unique symptoms and global outbreaks. While much of the research has focused on dermatological and flu-like symptoms, recent studies have shed light on an often overlooked aspect of the disease: its gastrointestinal (GI) manifestations. Researchers from various institutio...

SARS-CoV-2 genotyping sheds light on the challenges of spike protein drift

Nikhil Prasad Sep 09, 2024 4 months ago

As SARS-CoV-2 continues to evolve, it has become evident that certain aspects of the virus are changing rapidly, while others remain relatively stable. A new study conducted by researchers from Corewell Health, Grand Rapids, and Michigan State University in the United States, highlights the unique challenge posed by the continuous drift of the virus's spike protein. This Medical News report de...

New study uncovers key role of microRNAs in blood clotting during severe COVID-19

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 09, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic continues to provide new insights into how the virus affects the body, and recent studies have highlighted the role of microRNAs (miRNAs) in influencing blood clotting and inflammation. A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of Helsinki and Helsinki University Hospital, along with the Minerva Foundation Institute for Medical Research...

Human coronaviruses hijack host transcription factor HSF1 to enhance viral replication

Nikhil Prasad Sep 09, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: A recent study has shed light on how human coronaviruses (HCoVs), including highly pathogenic strains like SARS-CoV-2, manipulate a key host cellular mechanism to boost their replication. The research conducted by scientists from the University of Rome Tor Vergata-Italy and the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge-UK reveals that HCoVs activate and hijack the host transcr...

Protein from Bitter Melon inhibits SARS-CoV-2 infection

Nikhil Prasad Sep 09, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: The ongoing global fight against COVID-19 has led to significant advancements in understanding how to block the virus from infecting human cells. In a recent groundbreaking study, researchers from Morehouse School of Medicine-USA, the National Cancer Institute-USA, and Senegal's PROMETRA International have explored the antiviral properties of a protein known as MoMo30, derived fr...

Young gems and jewelry dealer from India contracts Mpox after visiting Africa

James Josh Sep 09, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: India Reports First Suspected Mpox Case Amid Rising Global Concerns A young Indian gems and jewelry dealer has become the focus of the country's first suspected mpox case after returning from Africa, where a significant outbreak of the virus is ongoing. This case has sparked heightened concern in India, which has so far managed to avoid widespread transmission. The patient, a yo...